FC Barcelona would be looking to obtain an all-time record of fifty points from the first nineteen games of a season with a win over Deportivo at Camp Nou. Tonight's match would effectively end the first half of the season which has been rather stunning as far as a Barca fan is concerned. Deportivo who are currently in the 7th position is looking to regain some lost glory. A good result at Camp Nou would help their cause; but taking FC Barcelona's recent form into consideration that looks mere impossible. Fc barcelona has there own things to worry to the build up of the match - first of all Messi, Iniesta, Busquets and Alves were reported to carry knocks from Copa Del Rey match. But luckily they all are declared fit and Guardiola would be having the entire team to select from. The second worry on Guardiola's mind would be concerning the last some matches. In all these matches we have to come from behind to seal the game. This may not be a cause of huge worry but everyone of us would love to see FC barcelona taking charge from the word go. Guardiola, true to his nature has not yet announced the squad.Victor Valdes would be returning back to goal after his brief rest in mid week.
Abidal, Puyol, Marquez and Alves should be foring the defense. I would love to see a more attacking looking midfield on the pitch tonight. Iniesta and Xavi would be partnering Toure in the midfield. Eto, Henry and Messi would form the attacking trio. If you look at some recent matches it is clear that Barca is yet to hit top form after winter break. Messi, Xavi and Alves looks like the only players who have closed to their peak. But still at Camp Nou I expect Barca to win comfrotably. My prediction would be a FC barcelona victory by a score line of 3-0. Iniesta is due to hit top form and it is essential that he return back to his usual form before the start of Champions League.
